Redefining Manhood: Navigating Success, Identity and Mental Health Among Young Muslim Men of Color in Canada  

Monday, 21 October 2024 | 10:00 to 12:00 EDT | Collaborative Digital Research Space, Room 3230, Maanjiwe nendamowinan Building | University of Toronto Mississauga | 3359 Mississauga Road

Book launch of Masculinity and Mental Health of Muslim Men of Colour: Diaspora and Intersectionality of Canadian Youth by Mustahid Husain, University of Toronto; YCAR Research Associate

The event delves into the complexities of masculinity, mental health and cultural identity among young Bangladeshi-Canadian men. The author employed an anthropological, intersectional approach to explore the interplay of globalization ideologies, Islamic values, and diasporic experiences in shaping masculine trajectories for Muslim immigrant youth of South Asian origins. The presentation unravels historical trauma, parental pressures and societal expectations that contribute to the deteriorating mental well-being for these youth. With a unique insider perspective and rich empirical data, the event aims to fill a crucial gap in the literature by offering invaluable insights for scholars and Canadians exploring the nuances of migration, ethnicity, gender, and psychological resilience.

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This Centre for South Asian Critical Humanities event at the University of Toronto Mississauga is co-presented by the York Centre for Asian Research.